Current Vacancies at Value Seeds Limited, 14th October, 2018

Value Seeds Limited is an indigenous crop seed production solution and development Company incorporated in 2009. The Company is engaged in seed research, multiplication, processing and distribution of hybrids and seeds of improved varieties. We are focused on increasing farmers’ yields, nutrition and livelihood. Our products offerings are two-fold: field crops and vegetables with technology dissemination.

The Company has a wide range of seeds that have become popular with farmers and agro-inputs dealers in Nigeria. Our focus field crops are Maize, Rice, Soybean, Cowpea, Millet, Sorghum, Cassava and Wheat. Vegetables include tomato, okra, onion, cabbage, cucumber, lettuce, hot pepper, sweet pepper, watermelon, carrot, amaranthus and spices.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Seed Laboratory Officer

Location: Kaduna

Qualifications

• B.Sc/HND
• Seed Technologist with at least 2- 3 years experience

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of seed quality, seed testing, and seed conditioning.
• Knowledge of seed testing methods, chemicals, products, and equipment.
• Knowledge of the Quality Management System.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Proven supervisory experience.
• Ability to apply conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry samples, supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Flexibility to work under seasonal time constraints.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Accountant

Location: Kaduna

Qualifications

• B.Sc/HND in Accounting or Accounting related disciplines
• ICAN Certified
• 5 years working experience.
• Previous working experience in Agricultural/ Manufacturing Industry will be an added advantage.

Required Skills:

• Organisational Skills
• Good Time Management
• Adaptability
• Patience and resilience
• Good communication skills
• Openness
• Technical skills
• Analytical skills
• Leadership Skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications
• Proficiency in Accounting Packages e.g. Sage50, PeachTree, QuickBook, etc.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Marketing Manager

Location: Kaduna

Qualifications

• B.Sc/HND in Agricultural disciplines or any of the Social Sciences
• MBA Marketing
• 5 years working experience.
• Previous working experience in Agricultural/ Manufacturing Industry will be an added advantage.

Required Skills:

• Organisational Skills
• Good Time Management
• Adaptability
• Strong overall communication skills.
• Solid grasp of analytics
• Strong understanding of Inbound marketing
• An ability to understand customer’s needs and the sales process
• Good reporting skills
• Experience with contemporary digital tools, platforms, and channels.
• Patience and resilience
• Leadership Skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications
• Driving skills with a valid 5 years Class D or E driver’s license.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Senior Agronomist

Location: Kaduna

Qualifications

• M.Sc in Agronomy
• 5 years cognate experience of managing fields up to 1,000 hecctares
• B.Sc Agronomy with a good number of years of experience can also be considered.

Required Skills:

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent research skills
• Field mapping skills
• Patience and resilience
• Good communication skills
• Technical skills
• Analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications
• Driving skills with a valid 5 years Class D or E driver’s license.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Senior Breeder

Location: Kaduna

Qualifications

• Ph.D Plant Breeding
• M.Sc Plant Breeding with 5 years cognate experience can also be considered
• 5 years working experience in plant breeding and agricultural trials with special emphasis on Maize and/ or Rice

Required Skills:

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent research skills
• Ability to manage a laboratory
• Patience and resilience
• Good communication skills
• Technical skills
• Analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications
• Driving skills with a valid 5 years Class D or E driver’s license.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Deadline: 21st October, 2018.